RICHARDDuke of Milan (RICARDO).
FREDERICKsecretary to Diana.
Sir GREGORYher major-domo.
ST. NICHOLASa courtier: suitor of Laura.
TRISTRAMservant to Frederick.
DIANACountess of Belflor.
LAURA her adopted sister: daughter to Gregory.
FLORAmaid to Diana.
MARCELA, DOROTHY, KATHARINE, ROSE.
Maids.

Scene at Belflor, the residence of Diana.

Duration of time, three days: one to each Act.


HUMOURS OF
THE COURT

ACT · I